Bible Trivia Question
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How many volunteer soldiers did Gideon have initially?
5000
22000
10000
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Click to reveal the answerThe answer is: 32000
Judges 7:3
In the Book of Judges, we encounter Gideon, an interesting character whose journey stands representative of divine choice amid overwhelming odds. Initially gathering an army of 32,000 volunteers may sound impressive, but let’s put that into context. Gideon was appointed to liberate Israel from the Midianite oppression, and you can imagine the urgency felt by a nation surrounded by spiritual and material adversaries.
However, God’s game plan was a bit unconventional. He told Gideon his forces were far too many. Why? Divine strategy often teaches us a valuable lesson about humility and reliance. By reducing Gideon’s army to just 300 men, God made it clear that victory would come not through sheer numbers, but through faith and divine intervention.
A fascinating nugget of trivia: The name "Gideon" means “hewer” or “one who cuts trees,” signaling not only his momentous role in nature but also metaphorically reflecting his task to cut away the enemy’s strength. This term of point also finds echoes in the lives of other biblical figures, illustrating that daunting tasks often fall into the hands of ordinary people.
Moreover, various traditions describe how the Midianite army was estimated in the tens of thousands, making Gideon's final troop count sound almost comical. Gideon and his unique followers became living examples demonstrating that unshakeable belief can shrink the largest mountains—or, in their case, bring down armies. Each believer’s contribution can change the tide of history. Embrace this narrative: it reverberates through ages, stirring encouragement in hearts wishing to venture out wary into the larger tale that life can often present!
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